Trump welcomes new CIA director
President Trump presided at the swearing in of the first female CIA director, Gina Haspel, at CIA headquarters in Langley Virginia. Pence administered the oath as Trump praised her and pledged support for rank and file agents. Haspel noted it has been over 50 years since a career officer led the agency and thanked heroines who inspired her.
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EPA chief grilled on legal defense fund details
Four Senate Democrats pressed EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt for specifics on a new legal defense fund intended to cover his legal bills amid multiple federal ethics probes. Pruitt declined to reveal operation details while confirming non identified donors exist.
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White House sets review of classified Russia inquiry data
The White House said top FBI and Justice Department officials will meet with congressional leaders to review highly classified information on the Russia probe. President Trump pressed for a DOJ review of possible FBI infiltration of his campaign. The inspector general will expand the probe to check for improper surveillance and improper actions by officials.
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Maduro victory deepens Maduro foes as turnout hits low
Venezuela’s fractured opposition stayed away from the vote, pushing Nicolas Maduro to an easy win amid severe shortages and hyperinflation. International critics call the election a step toward dictatorship, while the military’s loyalty limits opposition power and U.S. embargo risks loom.
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Pompeo pushes for global coalition to pressure Iran into capitulation
Secretary of State Pompeo in a Heritage Foundation address unveils a plan of draconian sanctions and 12 harsh demands aimed at forcing Tehran to accept major policy and leadership changes. Administration seeks to curb Iran's missile program and regional actions while critics call it wishful and potentially regime changing.
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Inspector General set to fault FBI leadership over Clinton emails review
An upcoming Justice Department watchdog report will criticize senior FBI leaders, including James Comey, for slow action on emails found on Anthony Weiner's laptop and a delayed warrant, arguing the timing affected the 2016 election. The draft notes WhatsApp exchanges and other actions, with final remarks due next month.
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